Start Up Environment, Work Life Balance Is a Struggle - Vice President in Chief Data Office Northern Trust Employee Review

1.0
Jul 27, 2024
Recommend
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Pros

Gender and racial diversity is top notch Good benefits that include a pension which is rare these days

Cons

This is based on my experience in the Asset Management. I've heard good things about the other business units. Leadership and Direction: The leadership structure is unstable, with frequent changes in direction and priorities, which suggests a lack of clear strategy. Developing a more consistent and well-thought-out strategy could help provide stability and clearer goals for the teams. Collaboration: Teams often work in silos and are territorial, which hampers collaboration and innovation. Having gatherings outside of work to get to know people on a personal level can foster a more collaborative and inclusive environment. Recognition and Empathy: There is a noticeable lack of positivity and recognition from senior leadership, who often focus on what hasn’t been done rather than celebrating achievements. Implementing regular recognition programs and providing constructive feedback can boost morale. -Professional Development: There is minimal focus on people development, with an emphasis on organizational goals over individual growth. Establishing standards for professional development, including soft skills and technical training, can help employees grow holistically. -Work-Life Balance: Emails and messages from senior leadership are frequently sent during late hours and weekends, impacting work-life balance. Encouraging a culture that respects personal time can lead to better overall productivity and employee satisfaction.

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5.0
Jul 8, 2026
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Pros

Great benefits and work environment

Cons

Nothing that’s too much of a con

2.0
Apr 21, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Nice people and a good environment. Benefits are good and the work is interesting. On a scale of 1 to 10, I would rate NT as a 7. But, it’s typical big corporate crap that hands out 2% raises and minimum bonuses during a good year yet spends $360 million this past quarter buying their stock back.

Cons

Constant reminders to do more with less and cut costs and belt tightening while the execs line their pockets and you maybe get a 2% raise. I could see such actions if the firm was doing bad financially, but they aren’t. Record this and record that for many quarters now. And they walk around patting each other on the back like they all did such a great job when in reality, the markets are up so the value of the assets we manage are up. I’m wondering what sort of actions will happen when the market goes south for several quarters. Oh. And the constant state of surveillance here is BS. Tracking to make sure you are here 3 days a week. Keyboard / mouse / PC tracking systems receding your activity. It’s like a 21st century high tech sweatshop in some ways.

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